Dr. Daniel Herschlag

Professor

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Biography

Daniel Herschlag is a Professor of Biochemistry at Stanford University. His research focuses on fundamental behaviors of RNA and proteins, exploring the intricate ways these molecules interact and their implications for biological processes. Herschlag's lab employs an interdisciplinary approach, merging physics, chemistry, and biology to investigate questions related to enzymatic mechanisms, RNA folding, and protein recognition of RNA. Over the years, Herschlag has been recognized for his contributions to the field with numerous awards, including membership in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the National Academy of Sciences. He has held various academic positions, including Senior Associate Dean for Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs in the School of Medicine. Herschlag's engagement in scholarly activities extends to teaching, where he advises doctoral candidates and oversees fellowship programs in Biochemistry.

Research Interests

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Stein Moore Award

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Founders Award

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Excellence Mentoring Service Award

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Student Service Faculty Award

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William Rose Award

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Merit Award

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Cope Scholar Award

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Established Investigator

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Pfizer Award in Enzyme Chemistry

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Fellowship in Science and Engineering

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Scholar

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Scholar in Biomedical Science

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Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Award in Biochemistry

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Award for Excellence in Biochemistry

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Phi Beta Kappa

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Scholar

Courses

BIOS 294 BIOC 360 BIOS 418 BIOS 202 CHEM 190 CHEM 90 BIOE 392 BIOC 299 BIOPHYS 399 BIOPHYS 300 BIOC 399 BIOC 370 BIOC 221 BIOC 199 BIOC 202 BIOS 246

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.